Democratic gains nearly swept through some of America’s most Republican states, as election results show how close Republicans came to losing

Democratic gains nearly swept through some of America’s most Republican states, as election results show how close Republicans came to losing

Several states long considered Republican strongholds came surprisingly close to turning blue during Tuesday’s sweeping Democratic victory. That happened even where GOP candidates had substantial financial advantages. Warning signs emerged late in the campaign when Senate contests in South Carolina and Kansas—both Republican strongholds for decades—were rated competitive. By election night, even states few expected […]

Democrats swept into power by a blue wave, while key races remain undecided

Democrats swept into power by a blue wave, while key races remain undecided

Democrats made major gains in the midterm elections, taking control of both the House and Senate in a stronger-than-expected wave of support. As vote counting continued into Wednesday, several prominent races were still undecided. One remaining question was whether Democrats would expand their congressional majorities further. In the Senate, Democrats flipped Republican-held seats in Maine, […]

At least 27 people have died after a large fire swept through a pub in Bangkok.

At least 27 people have died after a large fire swept through a pub in Bangkok.

Massive Fire in Bangkok Pub Claims Lives A catastrophic fire erupted at a pub in Bangkok early Monday, resulting in at least 27 fatalities and multiple injuries as patrons attempted to escape the smoke-filled establishment, officials reported. The blaze ignited around midnight at a venue located in Na Lap Phrao, north of Thailand’s capital, according […]